Software Development Engineer
We are building a new team to focus on the Golang programming language and its ecosystem.
The team will deliver the best possible Golang runtime, developer experience and supporting tooling in Ubuntu.
This is an exciting opportunity for a software engineer passionate about open source software, Linux systems, software architectures and Go programming language.
Come build a rewarding, meaningful career working with the best and brightest people in technology at Canonical.
Part of the Ubuntu Foundations team, you will work on some of the most critical toolchains involved in the making of Ubuntu but also pillars of the modern software ecosystem.
Applicants will be passionate about the future of Go, of Ubuntu, mindful of the dynamics of the open-source ecosystem, and equally aware of the needs of large but innovative organizations.
Applicants will drive best-in-class integration in Ubuntu from desktop to cloud in a secure, reliable, performing, efficient and future-proof fashion.
* Collaborate proactively with a distributed team
* Select, integrate and package best-of-breed tooling with Ubuntu to improve developer and operator experience with Go
* Write high-quality code to create new features
* Debug issues and produce high-quality code to fix them
* Review code produced by other engineers
* Discuss ideas and collaborate on finding good solutions
Requirements
* Relevant Go experience, ideally in the world of cloud-native software and Linux
* Experience in packaging software for Debian and Ubuntu
* Long-time Linux user
* Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
* Undergraduate degree in a technical subject or a compelling narrative about your alternative chosen path
What We Offer
* Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
* Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
* Annual compensation review
* Recognition rewards
* Annual holiday leave
* Maternity and paternity leave
* Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform